The Foreign Office has changed its advice due to the US-Israeil was on Iran.
As a result of conflict in the area, Bits are now being advised on how they can travel to these countries.
Turkey
The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) advises against “all travel to within 10km of the border with Syria due to fighting and a heightened risk of terrorism”.
The post added: “Regional escalation poses significant security risks and has led to travel disruption.
British nationals should:
- read If you’re affected by a crisis abroad – GOV.UK. This includes guidance on “how to prepare for a crisis” with suggestions on what you might include in your emergency supplies and “what to do in a crisis”
- follow advice from the local authorities
- sign up to FCDO Travel Advice email alerts
- monitor local and international media for the latest information
- stay away from areas around security or military facilities
- keep your departure plans under review, and ensure your travel documents are up to date
- if you are advised to take shelter, stay indoors or find the nearest safe building or designated shelter. An interior stairwell or a room with as few external walls or windows as possible may provide additional protection.
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Cyprus
The FDCO stated: “On March 2, 2026, the Sovereign Base Areas Administration confirmed a suspected drone impact at RAF Akrotiri.
“British nationals in the Sovereign Base Areas should follow instructions from the Sovereign Base Areas Administration British Bases Cyprus Facebook British nationals in the Republic of Cyprus should follow any instructions from Cypriot local authorities.”
- It also shared the following precautions: “Read If you’re affected by a crisis abroad – GOV.UK. This includes guidance on “how to prepare for a crisis” with suggestions on what you might include in your emergency supplies and “what to do in a crisis”
- sign up to FCDO Travel Advice email alerts
- monitor local and international media for the latest information
- sign up to local information alerts/resources and follow the instructions of the local authorities.
More here.
We previously reported that the UK Foreign Office has also advised against all travel to Israel and Palestine due to the heightened risk of conflict spreading in the region.
In a statement, the Foreign Office said: “Due to the threat posed by escalation in the region, we recommend against all travel to Israel and Palestine.”
Travellers already in areas such as Dubai, Bahrain and Kuwait have been advised to seek shelter immediately.
